Final showdown
1/02/2007
The South Dragons make their long-awaited return to Vodafone Arena this Saturday night for an all-important showdown with the Singapore Slingers.
A bumper crowd is expected to cheer the Dragons on in their final home game this season – secure your seat today via Ticketek on 13 28 49.
The Dragons go into Saturday’s clash following a tough ten days on the road; after away games at Brisbane, Perth and New Zealand, South are set for one hell of a return to Vodafone Arena this weekend.
It’s been a tough fortnight for the Dragons but the underdogs of the top eight have shown they have what it takes to challenge the powerhouse teams of the league. The Dragons fought close battles with both Brisbane and Perth and, despite narrow losses to the two sides, have proven they are in fine form ahead of the playoff series.
Singapore and South are locked at one win each this series; the Slingers just edged out a victory in Round 5 last year but it was one-way traffic as the Dragons stormed home to a 25-point win in Round 16.
The Dragons go into Saturday’s game intent on claiming the series. The Slingers enter the clash with just two away wins for the season and a four-game losing streak under their belt.
But this will be no walk in the park. With the playoffs just weeks away every game takes on a new significance; this will be a high-pressure stoush.
And not only will the action be heated between Singapore and South - Saturday night also sees Lachlan Magee and Paul Morelli battle it out in the final of the Westpac Three-Point Shootout.
Lachlan and Paul will take centre stage as they shoot to win $10,000 for junior basketball; it’s just one more reason to get down to Vodafone Arena this Saturday night.
Saturday’s event will also feature a FIRE SALE of all Dragons’ merchandise - arrive early to bag the best threads of the season. Caps are just $12, t-shirts $15, hoodies $30, zip-up windcheaters $35 and lots more. Dragons stars will be available to sign all merchandise at the end of the game so be ready to snap up a bargain!
It’s your last chance to see the Dragons in Melbourne this home-and-away season - book your seat today for the best night of entertainment in town.
South Dragons v Singapore Slingers
Saturday February 3 @ Vodafone Arena
Tip-off 7:40pm